Cost of Living in Cincinnati, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.7
100 = national avg
-4.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,129
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,578
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing111.0
Food89.5
Transportation85.7
Healthcare91.6
Utilities95.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,051
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,353
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cincinnati is 95.7, which is 4.3% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 111.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,129 per year to cover basic expenses.